Islam Makhachev says his next fight could be one of his last
The UFC lightweight champion wants to face the winner of the upcoming Carlos Prates and Michael Morales bout.
Key facts
Story- Islam Makhachev said on X that his next bout may be among the final ones of his career
- He wants to face the winner of the Carlos Prates vs Michael Morales fight
- The bout is scheduled for next year, according to the reports
UFC champion Islam Makhachev has suggested his next fight may be one of the last of his career. He made the point in a post on X on Friday.
Makhachev said the bout will be "one of the last in my career". He added that he wants to fight whoever comes out on top between Carlos Prates and Michael Morales. He said the match would show he is still the best fighter in the sport.
The fight he is looking at depends on the outcome of a later bout between Prates and Morales, which is set for next year. Makhachev is one of the most decorated fighters in UFC history, and he has held the lightweight title for several years.
What he is aiming for
Makhachev's comments point to a clear goal: a title fight against the victor of the Prates and Morales contest. He has not named a date or a venue for his next bout. He has not said whether he will retire after it.
For fans in India, the news matters mainly for the sport's following in the country. UFC events are broadcast in India, and Makhachev's career is closely watched by mixed martial arts fans.
What happens next depends on the result of the Prates and Morales fight. The UFC has not yet announced a booking for Makhachev, and it is not yet known whether the matchup will be made.
Worth your time?
One tap helps idly bring you more of what matters.
Advertisement
